Tomato sauce exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, South Africa exported tomato sauce worth $28.0 million (15.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $28.0M | 15.3K t |
| 2023 | $23.4M | 14.7K t |
| 2022 | $23.4M | 15.7K t |
| 2021 | $25.0M | 17.4K t |
| 2020 | $20.2M | 17.5K t |
| 2019 | $23.0M | 16.4K t |
| 2018 | $22.1M | 15.9K t |
| 2017 | $21.2M | 17.3K t |
Where South Africa exports tomato sauce to
The largest buyer markets were Botswana (44%), Namibia (28%), Lesotho (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $12.3M | 44% |
| Namibia | $7.9M | 28% |
| Lesotho | $1.8M | 6.6% |
| Mozambique | $1.5M | 5.5% |
| Zambia | $867K | 3.1% |
| Eswatini | $843K | 3% |
| Zimbabwe | $803K | 2.9% |
| Malawi | $553K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $424K | 1.5% |
| DR Congo | $197K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.84 per kg, close to the world average of $1.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tomato sauce imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $11.2 million of tomato sauce in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Oman (38%), Egypt (24%), Italy (21%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Oman | $4.2M | 38% |
| Egypt | $2.7M | 24% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 21% |
| China | $649K | 5.8% |
| United States | $522K | 4.7% |
| Brazil | $265K | 2.4% |
| Israel | $118K | 1.1% |
| Zimbabwe | $79K | 0.7% |
| Eswatini | $61K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa tomato sauce exports (HS 2103.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2103.20: Sauces: tomato ketchup and other tomato sauces.
Common questions
What is the value of tomato sauce exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported tomato sauce worth $28.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy tomato sauce from South Africa?
Botswana was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($12.3 million), followed by Namibia (28%) and Lesotho (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 61 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average export price of tomato sauce per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.84 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $1.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of tomato sauce from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $21.2 million in 2017 to $28.0 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.3 million a year.
Does South Africa also import tomato sauce?
Yes. South Africa imported $11.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Oman, Egypt and Italy. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for tomato sauce?
The HS code for tomato sauce is subheading 2103.20. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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